CAMAROSMITH
Reviewed by R. Scott Bolton
It's no mistake that the album cover for Camarosmith's self-titled CD is a tribute to the legendary Black Sabbath. Like so many bands in the "stoner rock" genre, Sabbath's influence is apparent throughout this release.
And you've got to go to the stoner rock label for Camarosmith, with their crunching, fuzz guitars, throbbing rhythms and undeniable heaviness - but you don't feel so bad labeling these guys "stoner rock" when their songs contains lyrics featuring the words "smokin' and tokin'." But - as the band's t-shirts proudly proclaim ("Camarosmith - Heavy Metal") - Camarosmith lean more toward the Black Sabbath sound than the Fu Manchu sound. This CD is heavy, even when it edges toward punk rock territory ("S.O.S.") It runs the gamut from the classic Sabbath sound ("714") to the alternative metal of Soundgarden ("Motorgun") to the growling, powerhouse sound of Zakk Wylde and Black Label Society ("Corrupt").
Bottom line - if you're into stoner rock, you've gotta hear Camarosmith. If you're into heavy metal - you've got to hear Camarosmith. Like a sledgehammer to the chest, Camarosmith will knock you right flat on your ass - and you'll leap to your feet again instantly, hungry for another blow.
Camarosmith: Ben "Devil" Rev - vox, harmonica, rhythm guitar; Donny Paycheck - drums & middle finger; Chris Johnsen - guitars, vox; Pat "Fuckin" Brown - guitar, vox; Jeff "Sweet Potato Jackson" Matz - bass & vox.
For more information, check out http://www.camarosmith.com.
Rating Guide:
A classic. This record will kick your ass.
Killer. Not a classic but it will rock your world.
So-so. You've heard better.
Pretty bad. Might make a nice coaster.
Self explanatory. Just the sight of the
cover makes you wanna hurl.
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